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The First Trading ManualFoundation Course and Strategies by Trader Tom Author: Tom Hougaard amazon.pltradertom.com I read The First Trading Manual by Tom Hougaard in just a couple of days. Lately, I’ve been diving into high-frequency trading and exploring algorithmic trading, and this book provides the essential knowledge needed to start trading these instruments. While much of the content was familiar to me, I found it valuable as a practical guide—helping to connect the dots, reinforce key principles, and, most importantly, remind me of what to do and why. ...

The Man Who Broke CapitalismHow Jack Welch Gutted the Heartland and Crushed the Soul of Corporate America and How to Undo His Legacy Author: David Gelles amazon.comempik.com David Gelles’ The Man Who Broke Capitalism resonated with me on multiple levels, as both an employee and an investor. Working in a company recently acquired by private equity funds, I see firsthand the same profit-maximizing tactics Jack Welch pioneered at General Electric. The relentless drive to squeeze margins, cut costs, and justify layoffs under the guise of efficiency feels eerily familiar. Having just survived my company’s first round of layoffs - an unprecedented event in our history - I can’t help but notice how our use of the vitality curve  external link mirrors the logic Welch popularized. What once seemed like a system for rewarding performance now feels like a mechanism priming us for workforce reductions. ...

Getting Started in Chart PatternsAuthor: Thomas N. Bulkowski amazon.comempik.com Lately, I’ve been focused on improving my skills as an investor and trader. While the past year was one of my best, I still underperformed compared to the broader market—meaning I didn’t make the most of the opportunities available. Some of my biggest mistakes included failing to set stop losses after dividend payouts, only to watch those stocks drop and leave me with unnecessary losses. I also lacked a solid exit strategy, often holding onto trades far longer than I should have. ...

Best Loser WinsWhy Normal Thinking Never Wins the Trading Game - Written by a High-Stake Day Trader Author: Tom Hougaard amazon.comamazon.plempik.com Tom Hougaard’s “Best Loser Wins” offers a refreshingly honest look at the realities of trading. It’s not a traditional “how-to” guide packed with technical analysis or a magic formula for success. Instead, it’s an introspective journey of a trader, highlighting the mindset and discipline required to navigate the often unforgiving world of financial markets. ...

The CrowdA Study of the Popular Mind Author: Gustave Le Bon amazon.comempik.com Gustave Le Bon’s “The Crowd - A Study of the Popular Mind” is often hailed as a classic exploration of crowd psychology, but for me, it fell short of expectations. While it does delve into the dynamics of how crowds think and act, it focuses more on describing their irrationality and susceptibility to influence rather than offering practical insights on managing or guiding them. ...

Turn the Ship Around!A True Story of Building Leaders by Breaking the Rules Author: L. David Marquet amazon.comamazon.plempik.com If you’re too lazy (or busy 😉) to read the book, check video below: It provides the core information, that in depth is described in the book. ...

Why Should Anyone Be Led by You?What It Takes to Be an Authentic Leader Authors: Rob Goffee, Gareth Jones amazon.comamazon.plempik.com The book explores the concept of “authentic leadership” across different levels of personal and professional development. Unlike many leadership books that focus solely on top-level executives like CEOs or CTOs, this one avoids glorifying their paths, which often stem from unique circumstances or luck—factors that are difficult to replicate. ...

The Art of Being Right38 Ways to Win an Argument Author: Artur Schopenhauer amazon.comamazon.plempik.com “The Art of Being Right” by Arthur Schopenhauer is an interesting exploration of rhetoric and the art of winning arguments. In this work, Schopenhauer outlines 38 stratagems for convincing opponents and prevailing in debates, often irrespective of the truth. His analysis is rooted in the belief that people are more interested in winning arguments than seeking truth. ...

The Culture MapBreaking Through the Invisible Boundaries of Global Business Author: Erin Meyer amazon.comamazon.plempik.com “The Culture Map: Breaking Through the Invisible Boundaries of Global Business” by Erin Meyer is a highly insightful guide that explores how cultural differences impact international business interactions. Meyer presents a framework for understanding and navigating cultural complexities by examining various dimensions of communication, leadership, and etiquette across different countries. ...

RewiredThe McKinsey Guide to Outcompeting in the Age of Digital and AI Authors: Eric Lamarre, Kate Smaje, Rodney Zemmel amazon.comamazon.deamazon.pl I’ve heard a lot of strange things about McKinsey, starting with this parody commercial: Then few more facts, but still provided in an amusing way by the John Oliver: ...